2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | X-Type | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
